Pokemon GO Electric Cup Tier List — Best PvP Pokemon Today (Apr 05, 2026)
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Global Meta Analysis & Rankings • April Week 1 (April 05, 2026)
Pokemon GO PvP tier list for April Week 1. Featuring Galvantula, Galvantula (Shadow), Electrode (Hisuian) and more. Full matchup data, counter analysis, and team recommendations powered by PvPoke simulations. Updated April 05, 2026.
⚔️ Electric Cup (CP 1500)
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#1
Galvantula
BugElectric Score: 97.9
⚔️ Fury Cutter, Lunge, Cross Poison
✅ Beats
Electrode (Hisuian)Golem (Alolan)PawmotMinunBellibolt
❌ Loses to
MagnezoneToxtricityTogedemaruRotomZapdos (Shadow)
Galvantula's impressive 97.9 score firmly establishes it as the top-ranked Electric Cup contender, leveraging its unique Bug/Electric typing for unparalleled type coverage within the meta. Its efficient moveset of Fury Cutter, Lunge, and Cross Poison allows it to decisively beat key threats like Hisuian Electrode, Alolan Golem, and Bellibolt, with Lunge's Attack debuff proving critical in many matchups. While vulnerable to specific counters such as Magnezone and Toxtricity, its ability to dominate the core meta makes it an essential anchor, often paired with teammates like Raikou or Bellibolt to mitigate these weaknesses.
🤝 Suggested teammates
RaikouBelliboltThundurus (Shadow Incarnate)
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#2
Galvantula (Shadow)
BugElectric Score: 95.1
⚔️ Fury Cutter, Lunge, Cross Poison
✅ Beats
PawmotElectrode (Hisuian)Golem (Alolan)MinunBellibolt
❌ Loses to
Graveler (Alolan)Graveler (Shadow Alolan)TogedemaruToxtricityMagnemite (Shadow)
Shadow Galvantula earns its #2 rank in Electric Cup with a strong 95.1 score, notably securing wins against key meta picks such as Pawmot, Electrode (Hisuian), and Bellibolt. Its fast-charging Fury Cutter combined with the debuffing Lunge and coverage from Cross Poison allows it to exert significant pressure and flip crucial matchups. While it faces stiff competition from counters like Alolan Graveler forms and Togedemaru, its synergy with suggested teammate Bellibolt helps mitigate these vulnerabilities, affirming its top-tier presence.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Bellibolt
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#3
Electrode (Hisuian)
ElectricGrass Score: 93
⚔️ Thunder Shock, Energy Ball, Swift
✅ Beats
Golem (Alolan)PawmotMinunBelliboltAmpharos
❌ Loses to
GalvantulaEelektrossToxtricityRotomPlusle
Hisuian Electrode secures its #3 rank in Electric Cup with a strong 93 score, leveraging its unique Electric/Grass typing and efficient Thunder Shock fast move. Its potent Charged Attack combination of Energy Ball and Swift allows it to decisively beat key meta threats like Golem (Alolan), Pawmot, and Ampharos, while also surprising common Electric-types with Grass-type damage. While it struggles against specific counters such as Galvantula, Eelektross, and Rotom, strategic team compositions featuring Bellibolt or Shadow Thundurus can effectively cover these unfavorable matchups.
🤝 Suggested teammates
BelliboltThundurus (Shadow Incarnate)Rotom
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#4
Rotom
ElectricGhost Score: 91.5
⚔️ Astonish, Thunderbolt, Ominous Wind
✅ Beats
PawmotMinunGalvantulaLanturnElectrode (Hisuian)
❌ Loses to
AmpharosBelliboltGolem (Alolan)ToxtricityEelektross
Rotom secures its #4 ranking and 91.5 score in the Electric Cup, leveraging its unique Electric/Ghost typing and a potent Astonish, Thunderbolt, Ominous Wind moveset to decisively beat key meta picks such as Pawmot, Minun, Galvantula, and Lanturn. Despite these advantages, it faces notable counters in Ampharos, Bellibolt, and Alolan Golem, though its current moveset continues to perform consistently this season without specific external changes impacting its efficacy. As a significant meta player, Rotom excels at applying pressure and finds synergy alongside suggested teammates such as Electrode (Hisuian), Bellibolt, and Minun to round out competitive teams.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Electrode (Hisuian)BelliboltMinun
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#5
Toxtricity
ElectricPoison Score: 91
⚔️ Acid, Wild Charge, Power Up Punch
✅ Beats
PawmotLanturnElectrode (Hisuian)MinunGalvantula
❌ Loses to
Luxray (Shadow)TogedemaruMagnezoneGolem (Alolan)Bellibolt
Toxtricity commands a strong #5 ranking in Electric Cup with a score of 91, capitalizing on its unique Electric/Poison typing and a formidable moveset of Acid, Wild Charge, and Power Up Punch. This potent combination enables it to secure critical wins against key meta threats such as Pawmot, Lanturn, Hisuian Electrode, Minun, and Galvantula. While it faces challenges against Luxray (Shadow), Togedemaru, and Magnezone, Toxtricity's overall utility is significantly enhanced when partnered with complementary teammates like Minun, Raikou, or Galvantula to offset its vulnerabilities.
🤝 Suggested teammates
MinunRaikouGalvantula
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#6
Bellibolt
Electric Score: 90.6
⚔️ Sucker Punch, Zap Cannon, Parabolic Charge
✅ Beats
RotomAmpharosToxtricityLanturnGolem (Alolan)
❌ Loses to
PawmotGalvantulaElectrode (Hisuian)Luxray (Shadow)Minun
Bellibolt secures its #6 ranking in the Electric Cup with an impressive 90.6 score, decisively beating key Electric-types such as Rotom, Ampharos, and Lanturn. Its powerful combination of Sucker Punch, Zap Cannon, and Parabolic Charge enables it to also conquer Toxtricity and Alolan Golem, showcasing strong meta relevance. Despite vulnerabilities to Pawmot, Galvantula, and Hisuian Electrode, Bellibolt forms a potent core when paired with recommended teammates like Rotom or Galvantula.
🤝 Suggested teammates
RotomToxtricityGalvantula
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#7
Minun
Electric Score: 88.3
⚔️ Quick Attack, Swift, Grass Knot
✅ Beats
Luxray (Shadow)AmpharosLanturnGolem (Alolan)Bellibolt
❌ Loses to
Electrode (Hisuian)ToxtricityPawmotGalvantulaRotom
Minun earns its #7 ranking and 88.3 score in the Electric Cup due to its unique coverage provided by Quick Attack, Swift, and Grass Knot. This moveset allows Minun to secure crucial wins against meta threats like Shadow Luxray, Ampharos, and notably checks Lanturn and Alolan Golem, yet it struggles significantly against top-tier Electric attackers including Hisuian Electrode, Toxtricity, and Galvantula. To maximize its strategic value and mitigate its notable losses, Minun is optimally paired with teammates such as Rotom, Toxtricity, or Galvantula.
🤝 Suggested teammates
RotomToxtricityGalvantula
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#8
Raikou
Electric Score: 88.2
⚔️ Thunder Shock, Shadow Ball, Aura Sphere
✅ Beats
MagnezoneGolem (Alolan)RotomLuxray (Shadow)Zapdos (Shadow)
❌ Loses to
BelliboltGalvantulaElectrode (Hisuian)MinunPawmot
Raikou earns its #8 ranking in the Electric Cup with an impressive 88.2 score, leveraging the fast energy generation of Thunder Shock to deploy powerful charged attacks like Shadow Ball and Aura Sphere, providing excellent diverse coverage. This unique offensive pressure allows it to confidently beat key threats such as Magnezone, Alolan Golem, and Rotom, though it struggles significantly against top-tier counters including Bellibolt, Galvantula, and Hisuian Electrode. While no specific move changes this season directly alter Raikou's performance, its position in the meta benefits from strong synergy with suggested teammates like Galvantula or Rotom to mitigate its unfavorable matchups.
🤝 Suggested teammates
GalvantulaGalvantula (Shadow)Rotom
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#9
Thundurus (Shadow Incarnate)
ElectricFlying Score: 88.2
⚔️ Astonish, Crunch, Brick Break
✅ Beats
Luxray (Shadow)EelektrossBelliboltRotomLanturn
❌ Loses to
MinunElectrode (Hisuian)GalvantulaGolem (Alolan)Pawmot
Thundurus (Shadow Incarnate) secures its #9 ranking in Electric Cup with an impressive 88.2 score, demonstrating its potent offensive capabilities by decisively beating key meta threats like Shadow Luxray, Eelektross, Bellibolt, Rotom, and Lanturn. However, its performance is tempered by significant losses to Pokémon such as Minun, Hisuian Electrode, Galvantula, Alolan Golem, and Pawmot, which exploit its specific weaknesses. Its moveset of Astonish, Crunch, and Brick Break offers crucial coverage, making it a valuable asset that pairs effectively with teammates like Galvantula or Rotom to mitigate its vulnerabilities.
🤝 Suggested teammates
GalvantulaGalvantula (Shadow)Rotom
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#10
Pawmot
ElectricFighting Score: 86.5
⚔️ Low Kick, Brick Break, Close Combat
✅ Beats
Golem (Alolan)BelliboltAmpharosMinunPlusle
❌ Loses to
ToxtricityRotomElectrode (Hisuian)GalvantulaLanturn
Pawmot secures the #10 ranking in Electric Cup with an 86.5 score, primarily due to its potent Fighting-type moveset of Low Kick, Brick Break, and Close Combat. This robust offensive profile allows it to decisively beat key meta picks like Alolan Golem, Bellibolt, and Ampharos, making it an excellent counter to numerous bulky Electric-types. Despite unfavorable matchups against top contenders such as Toxtricity, Hisuian Electrode, and Galvantula, Pawmot's strategic value is enhanced when paired with suggested teammates like Rotom or Toxtricity, mitigating its vulnerabilities and solidifying its role in the current meta.
🤝 Suggested teammates
RotomToxtricityBellibolt
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Pokemon for Electric Cup (CP 1500) right now?
As of April 05, 2026, Galvantula leads the Electric Cup (CP 1500) meta based on PvPoke simulation data.
How often does the PvP meta change?
Open league meta shifts mainly at the start of each GBL season (~every 3 months) when move rebalances happen. Themed cups rotate every 1-2 weeks with completely different metas.
Where does this tier list data come from?
All rankings are sourced from PvPoke, which simulates every possible matchup to generate objective scores. AI analysis adds context on team building and current meta trends.
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